Mayors Taskforce for Jobs (MTFJ)

Supporting young people into work or further study

MTFJ is a Ministry of Social Development funded programme that connects local businesses with young people, creating sustainable employment opportunities. The Community Employment Programme has been running since 2019 and continues to make a real impact in our district.

Mayor Marie Black describes it as one of the most exciting initiatives in our community:

“It’s about building trust and connecting our young people with local employers. These relationships strengthen our district and open real pathways to long-term success.”

MTFJ offers:

• Mentoring and pastoral support
• Help with becoming work ready
• Driver licensing support
• Community projects and working bees
• One-to-one guidance and workshops

We partner closely with local businesses to grow a strong, skilled workforce. Funding and support are available for employers who come on board.

Looking for full-time work?
If you are aged 16–24 and ready to take the next step into employment, we can help.